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Google Pay vs Instamojo
Both stand on payment gateways. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
Google Pay provides checkout and tap-to-pay options using saved payment methods, with Google Wallet supporting stored cards and tickets. Availability varies by region and device, and payment provider processing fees still apply.
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Instamojo combines storefront, landing-page, payment, and customer-management tools, with free plans and paid options. Check transaction fees, GST, and the plan-specific features against the way you intend to sell.
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| Google Pay | Instamojo | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | See the plans |
| Plans published | 1 | 9 |
| Maker | Google Pay | Instamojo |
| Website | pay.google.com | instamojo.com |
| On payment gateways | #9 of 66 | #5 of 66 |
Google Pay: what it does well
- Autofill can use saved cards on Chrome and Android.
- Android devices can tap to pay at store card readers.
- Google Wallet can hold travel and loyalty cards.
- Google says payment data is encrypted end-to-end.
- Free to accept, apart from payment-provider processing fees.
What to know first
- Features are available only in certain regions and devices.
- Contactless payments require an Android phone with NFC.
- Some virtual card options depend on card eligibility.
Instamojo: what it does well
- Online store supports unlimited products and order management.
- Smart Pages include payment integration and discount codes.
- Gateway supports cards, wallets, UPI, and netbanking.
- Android app supports inventory, orders, payments, and payouts.
- Marketplace APIs support split payments and individual settlements.
What to know first
- GST is charged in addition to listed prices.
- Recurring payments are not supported.
- Lite online-store transactions incur a 5% + ₹3 fee.
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